1990 Holden Apollo vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 292 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Apollo | CC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
